Tupelo News

Markietha Swinney is excited to assist her mentor, Debby Gibbs, in directing ‘The Star Spangled Girl’ at TCT Off Broadway.

Leigh Anne Newton, director of a local organization, delivered peanut butter to the mayor’s office as part of a community food drive effort.

Debby Gibbs, a longtime contributor to Tupelo Community Theatre, is directing Neil Simon’s ‘The Star Spangled Girl’ this month. She has extensive acting and directing experience with the company.

Teachers of Tomorrow is now accepting pre-orders for its 2026 T-shirts, available in sizes small to 4XL starting at $20.

Downtown Tupelo kicks off the weekend with music and dancing, drawing crowds to the area.

Jamarian Donelson, 15, was charged with aggravated assault after a shooting on Fillmore Drive, authorities said.

Payton Pearce, tennis coach at Tupelo Public Schools, is among eight finalists nationwide for the National High School Athletic Coaches Association Coach of the Year award.

Jordan West, a puppetry artist, recently visited Joyner Elementary School in Tupelo as part of a school program.

Tombigbee Fiber is partnering with Downtown Tupelo for the first time as a presenting sponsor of annual events at The Depot in 2026, supporting community gatherings throughout the year.

Friday is the final day to donate peanut butter for the March of the Mayors food drive. Volunteers are encouraged to drop off jars and participate in packing events next week.